Stone Design & Crafts | ADORNO DESIGN

An embodiment of time and nature, Stone has been a cornerstone of human civilization, boasting a rich history and remarkable benefits, including durability, beauty, sustainability, and its presence in various design styles like Minimalist , Coastal, and Space age.

Origins of Stone Design

Introduced to humanity in the prehistoric era as a fundamental building and crafting material.

Main influences were derived from its natural occurrence and the need for shelter and tools.

Originated across the globe, especially in regions like France and India, where stone structures from antiquity stand today.

Emergence in design can be attributed to its easy availability, versatility, and lasting nature.

Techniques in Stone Design

Carving: A subtractive process where designers remove material to achieve the desired form.

Inlay: Incorporating different materials, like Metal or other stones, into a stone piece for decorative effect.

Polishing: Enhancing the stone's natural beauty and creating a smooth finish.

Stacking: Creating structures or artworks by meticulously placing stones atop one another.

Current Uses and Artistic Endeavors in Stone

Lighting: Stone's translucent properties are leveraged to create ambient pieces that glow from within.

Furniture: Offering robustness and elegance, stone is commonly used in tabletops and seating.

Decor: From ornamental sculptures to wall hangings, stone’s versatility shines through.

Benefits include longevity, timeless aesthetics, and eco-friendliness as stone is a natural resource.

The Essence of Stone

From the dawn of civilization, stone has been a constant companion to humanity, marking both our artistic and practical endeavors. Its introduction to design was inevitable; the material's robust nature and global availability make it a favorite for artists and craftsmen. Techniques like carving and inlay have not just shaped the stone, but also the course of art history, presenting us with timeless masterpieces. Today, the canvas of stone artistry extends from ambient lighting to magnificent decor, making each stone piece in our gallery an epitome of human creativity and nature’s grandeur.

Origins of Stone Design

Components Used in Stone

Techniques in Stone Design

Current Uses and Artistic Endeavors in Stone

The Essence of Stone

Stone

Kanyon – Oval Coffee Table With Marble Top

Silo – Kitchen Organizer

Travertine Cylinder Bowls With Lid

Dolmen – Limestone Console

Narrow Bowls

Marble/Travertine Fruit Bowls

XL Narrow Bowls

Natural Stone Cylinder Bowls

Marble/Travertine Eclipse Bowls

Piezas Coffee Table – Marble No. 1

Travertine Eclipse XL Bowl

Cyclo Bowls

Stone Candleholder – Base 1

Oval Trays

Stone Candleholder – Base 2

Eyes – Salt And Pepper Shakers

Natural Stone Wine Stands

Polok – Cantera Stone Side Table

Stone Candleholder – Base 3

Sanctus Table

Aurora – Large Marble Table Lamp

Tavola Dei Marmi – Travertine Side Table

Two Halves – Upcycled Credenza

Capella Stone Vase

Antigua Stone Totem

Axis – White Marble Side Table

Fl50 Floor Lamp

Latte Dining Table – Jabin Wood / Travertine

Ashen – Marble Ashtray / Catch All Tray

Ashen Calendar

Lago – Marble Console

Broken Mirror #1 – Upcycled Black Marble

Kyushu – Round Marble Side Table

Zm Sofia Cantera Stone Table Lamp

Marbelicious – Green Marble Storage Console

Testa Dei Marmi Forrest Brown – Marble Sculpture

Vox – Wall Lamp

Dervish Incense Burner

Dervish Table Lamp

Ball End Table

Testa Dei Marmi Giallo Reale – Marble Sculpture

Smoky Schnapps Carafe & Frosted Crystal Shot Glasses

Eclipse Olo – Sculptural Nightstand

Zm Tezontle Volcanic Stone Floor Lamp

Testa Dei Marmi Onyx – Marble Sculpture

Amethyst Tumbler Glass Duo

Pink Dream – Repurposed Wood Candle Holder

Tavola Dei Marmi – Rosso Levanto Dining Table

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